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Paraty: The 15 Best Tours and Schooner Days

31 tours  ·  from $11

Cobbles the sea comes up through at a full moon, schooners to the coves and waterfalls with a cachaça distillery on the way home. These 15 are priced and clear about which include lunch on board.

Paraty: Jungle Waterfalls and Cachaça Distillery Jeep Tour - The 4x4 Ride Into Serra da Bocaina
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Paraty: Jungle Waterfalls and Cachaça Distillery Jeep Tour

1.Jungle Waterfalls and Cachaça Distillery Jeep Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 491 reviews · 6 hours · from $37Our pick

Leave Paraty by 4x4 jeep for Pedra Branca, Tobogã, and Poço do Tarzan in Serra da Bocaina National Park. You’ll get rainforest walks, swimming, a natural rock slide, a regional lunch stop, and a cachaça tasting at Engenho D’Ouro. English and Portuguese guides include popular hosts such as Everton, Luis, and Gilberto.

“I had Riccardo as my guide, who was very kind and an excellent photographer. This tour was also very good value for money”

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Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling - The boat: comfort, space, and practical facilities
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Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling

2.Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 274 reviews · 5 hours · from $22

Spend five hours cruising Paraty Bay aboard a well-equipped boat with Portuguese-speaking crew. Stop at two beaches and two islands for swimming and snorkeling, with floaties, masks, music, bar service, restrooms, and optional lunch. Paddleboards, kayaks, and a caipirinha are available with selected options. Arrive early at the Paraty Tours office to collect your ticket before walking to the harbor.

“Great tour with lots of awesome stops. Good for many types of people! Snorkeling was fun. There’s good food as well. Good bang for your buck overall. I’d recommend to both couples and families.”

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Paraty: Saco do Mamanguá Speedboat Tour - Ilha dos Cocos and the first swim
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Paraty: Saco do Mamanguá Speedboat Tour

3.Saco do Mamanguá Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 182 reviews · 6 hours · from $49

Spend six hours on a shared speedboat from Paraty, visiting Ilha dos Cocos, Engenho Beach, Cruzeiro Beach, and a late-day surprise stop. You can snorkel in clear water, carry drinks in the boat’s iced cooler, or take the steep 1.5-kilometer trail to Pico do Pão de Açúcar. The captain may speak limited English, so translation can be useful.

“Woooow!!!!!! We fell in love with Brazil today! We loved to take the small boat instead of one of the bigger boats , because it could reach different beautiful islands which were less crowded! The guide translated, using his phone. He took us to breathtaking beaches and places. It’s definitely worth the money and the experience!!! Definitely recommend this boat tour.”

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Paraty: Historic Centre Walking Tour & Cachaça Tasting - Reading Paraty through its streets
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Paraty: Historic Centre Walking Tour & Cachaça Tasting

4.Historic Centre Walking Tour & Cachaça Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 96 reviews · 1h 30m · from $19

Meet your English, Portuguese, or Spanish-speaking guide at Santa Rita’s Church for a 90-minute walk through Paraty’s old center. Hear about Indigenous peoples, colonial trade, Freemasonry, and the town’s crop cycles, then finish with Gabriela cachaça, a sweet blend of white spirit, honey, clove, and cinnamon.

“Thiago was amazing. The tour was interesting and informative. The freemason stuff was so interesting and the history of Paraty is beautiful. I loved it”

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Kayaking to the mangroves - Entering Paraty’s last city mangrove
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Kayaking to the mangroves

5.Kayaking to the mangroves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $36Top rated

Paddle from Pontal Beach around Ilha dos Pombos, through Paraty’s last city mangrove, and along the Perequê Açu River. Guides such as Brenda and Mateo provide instruction, local nature knowledge, life jackets, and kayaks for beginners. Expect about 90 minutes on the water, one stop, and a small-group feel.

“I enjoyed the tour with Brenda a lot! She explained the area, helped seeing animals and was a great accompany. Definitely recommended.”

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Small Group Hike to Saco Bravo Waterfall - The 6:30 a.m. start in Paraty
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Small Group Hike to Saco Bravo Waterfall

6.Small Group Hike to Saco Bravo Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · from $81

Join guide Eugênia for an eight-hour hike from Paraty to Saco Bravo Waterfall in the Juatinga Reserve. A boat carries you to Ponta Negra, followed by a demanding forest trail to a natural pool above the sea. The group is limited to seven, and round-trip boat transport is included.

“I couldn't have chosen better! The hike was wonderful - a beautiful and occasionally slightly challenging trail through the lush forest criscrossed by streams, and a breathtaking final destination. There can't be many places you can bask in a freRead more”

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Day Tour to Trindade: Nature and Sea Adventure from Paraty - Praia dos Ranchos and the seafood lunch
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Day Tour to Trindade: Nature and Sea Adventure from Paraty

7.Day Tour to Trindade: Nature and Sea Adventure from Paraty

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 69 reviews · 6 hours · from $37

Travel from Paraty by air-conditioned van to Trindade with a guide such as Luis or Everton. Visit Cepilho, Ranchos, Meio, and Caixa D’aço beaches, then walk through Atlantic Forest to a saltwater pool. Lunch, boat transport, and moderate hiking cost extra.

“La marche devait être modérée. Mais ça allait beaucoup trop vite. Nous sommes donc restés à la première plage, au point de départ sans pouvoir accomplir le programme de l'excursion.”

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Private walk tour of Paraty's historical center - BY PARATY TOURS - The stories behind the symbols
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Private walk tour of Paraty’s historical center – BY PARATY TOURS

8.Private walk tour of Paraty’s historical center – BY PARATY TOURS

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Walk Paraty’s colonial center with a private bilingual CADASTUR guide, visiting churches, the Religious Arts Museum, Casa da Cultura, and streets shaped by Freemasonry. Choose a 9 a.m. meeting at your hotel in the historic center or Paraty Tours’ office. The $80 group price covers up to 15 people, while attraction fees are extra.

“Christ was a great guide made the trip fun and very informative, learnt a lot about the history of Brazil as well as Paraty. Would recommend the tour with Chris.”

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Adventure Experience to Saco Bravo Waterfall - BY PARATY TOURS - Leaving Paraty for Laranjeiras and Ponta Negra
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Adventure Experience to Saco Bravo Waterfall – BY PARATY TOURS

9.Adventure Experience to Saco Bravo Waterfall – BY PARATY TOURS

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $145

Travel from Paraty to the remote Saco Bravo Waterfall with a legalized bilingual guide and a small group of up to 10 people. The route includes private transport through Laranjeiras and Ponta Negra, followed by a steep rainforest hike to a clear natural pool beside the ocean. Bring food, plenty of water, and proper hiking gear.

“This was the hardest hike I've ever experienced. I would suggest you do your research before embarking on this hike. Bring plenty of water! Hiking shoes/boots and walking sticks are a must. Please don't try this hike if you're not physically fit.”

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Private Bike Tour in Paraty - A flexible route through Paraty
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Private Bike Tour in Paraty

10.Private Bike Tour in Paraty

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · from $63

Start at Jabaquara Beach for a private, roughly five-hour ride with a guide, bicycle, safety gear, and water included. Your route may combine Paraty’s historic center, Morro do Forte, Fisherman’s Wharf, beaches, and waterfalls. Guides Alison and Beatriz adjust the pace and itinerary to suit your group.

“We had a great time on our biking tour with Allison and Beatriz! We ended up being the only people on the tour and it felt very catered to us. Beatriz and Alison were very flexible with the timing and we were able to set the pace on the bikes so iRead more”

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Historical Tour with Cachaça Tasting - BY PARATY TOURS - Four churches, four different stories
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Historical Tour with Cachaça Tasting – BY PARATY TOURS

11.Historical Tour with Cachaça Tasting – BY PARATY TOURS

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · from $11Best value

Meet Paraty Tours at 5:30 pm for a guided walk through Paraty’s UNESCO-listed historic center. An Embratur guide explains colonial architecture, churches, local legends, and cultural sites before a cachaça tasting in the old town. The tour lasts about two hours, costs $11 per person, and returns to its starting point.

“Foi td muito bom, pois o guia conhecia muito bem todo centro histórico. Farei novos roteiros qdo eu voltar.”

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Sunset Kayaking - Crossing the calm water toward Jabaquara Beach
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Sunset Kayaking

12.Sunset Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $36

Meet guide Brenda or Mateo near Pontal at 3:45 pm for a short kayak lesson, then paddle toward Jabaquara Beach, Paraty’s remaining urban mangrove, and Ilha dos Pombos. Expect calm water, capybaras, birds, bromeliads, and sunset views. The outing lasts about two hours, with roughly 60 minutes of easy paddling.

“After 30 min of rowing in the sea, we entered the mangroves and saw capybaras and other animals, which is what we were looking for. The guide was nice, told us a bit about the surroundings and took pictures. Recommended!”

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Kayaking Mangroves tour ( Natural Reserve ) - Islands, lonely beaches, and open bay views
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Kayaking Mangroves tour ( Natural Reserve )

13.Kayaking Mangroves tour ( Natural Reserve )

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $36

Set out from Pontal Beach with a local guide such as Brenda, Paulo, Lumila, or Sergio for a calm paddle past islands, beaches, and Paraty’s final mangrove areas. Choose a two-hour route with possible capybara sightings or a three-hour route without capybaras. Equipment and instruction are included.

“What a cool experience! Brenda was an amazing guide, who has a great sense of humour and clearly has a passion for doing this tour! I may not have been the best kayaker, but she was patient and made sure it was an unforgettable experience! We kayaked around a beautiful island inhabited by all sorts of exotic birds and then kayaked through a mangrove seeing capybaras. I highly recommend this tour! Thanks Brenda and Paulo!”

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Private Jeep Tour with All Prices Included by PARATY TOURS - Pedra Branca Waterfall and the first cachaça tasting
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Private Jeep Tour with All Prices Included by PARATY TOURS

14.Private Jeep Tour with All Prices Included by PARATY TOURS

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

Spend six hours in a private Jeep visiting Pedra Branca and Tobogã waterfalls, two traditional cachaça distilleries, and the historic Gold Path. Your bilingual Cadastur guide explains local drink-making and colonial routes. Tastings, entrance fees, taxes, and hotel-style transport from the Paraty Tours office are included, while lunch is optional.

“We had an awesome time. Fantastic guide great information and fabulous time had by all. Waterfalls were stunning and lunch was really good.”

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Jipe 4x4 Private 3hr Waterfalls and Waterfall Paraty by Jango Tour - Tarzan Waterfall for clear water and photographs
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Jipe 4×4 Private 3hr Waterfalls and Waterfall Paraty by Jango Tour

15.Jipe 4×4 Private 3hr Waterfalls and Waterfall Paraty by Jango Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews

Spend about three hours in a private 4x4 with a Portuguese-speaking local guide, visiting Tobogã and Tarzan waterfalls, the Engenho D’Ouro distillery, Penha Church, and an Estrada Real monument. The waterfalls offer clear swimming pools and a natural rock slide. An English-speaking guide costs an extra $50.

“Very nice tour and our guide Teresa was very friendly and knowledgeable. She knew all the good spots”

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New in Paraty Tours

★ 4.1Paraty Historical City Walking TourFrom $728 reviews
★ 4.6Trindade Day Trip: Nature and Sea Adventure from ParatyFrom $1075 reviews
★ 4.6Pão de Açucar Peak Trekking and Hiking TourFrom $1156 reviews
★ 5.0Idyllic Islands Private Speedboat Tour in Paraty3 reviews
★ 3.6Half-Day Bike RentalFrom $223 reviews
★ 4.9Gold Trail Rainforest Hiking TourFrom $757 reviews
★ 4.7Discovery Scuba Diving Experience for BeginnersFrom $1506 reviews
★ 3.9Fast Boat Expedition to Saco do MamanguaFrom $557 reviews
★ 5.0A Private Speedboat Experience in Mamangua5 reviews
★ 3.2Half-Day Schooner Cruise and Snorkeling in Paraty BayFrom $365 reviews

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